KCNA Cloud Native Architecture Practice Question
Which THREE of the following are core principles of cloud native computing as defined by the CNCF? (Select 3)
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Dynamic orchestration
The CNCF defines cloud native as using microservices, containers, dynamic orchestration, and DevOps. The three correct options are microservices, containers, and dynamic orchestration. DevOps is also a principle, but the question asks for three; the other options are not core principles.
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Dynamic orchestration
Why this is correct
Dynamic orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes) is a core principle.
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Waterfall development
Why it's wrong here
Waterfall is a traditional development methodology, not cloud native.
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Monolithic architecture
Why it's wrong here
Monolithic architecture is the opposite of microservices.
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Microservices
Why this is correct
Microservices are a core cloud native principle.
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Containers
Why this is correct
Containers are a core cloud native principle.
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